1957 Maserati 450 vs. 1967 Seat 1500
To start off, 1967 Seat 1500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1967 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Seat 1500 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 1967 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 450 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
